Abstract:
:The records of patients treated for upper gastrointestinal bleeding from 1974 through 1978 were reviewed. Five percent of this group (69 patients) had bleeding due to the Mallory-Weiss syndrome. Only 36 percent of patients had a correct admitting diagnosis. Esophagogastroscopy proved the most reliable diagnostic tool, with 94 percent of 63 patients studied having the diagnosis of Mallory-Weiss laceration confirmed. Initial management was medical in all patients. Twenty-one patients (30 percent) required operative intervention. There was a good correlation between the transfusion requirement and the need for operation. There were two deaths in this series; both were considered preventable. The Mallory-Weiss syndrome is common. Esophagogastroscopy performed early can result in a diagnostic accuracy rate of greater than 90 percent. Aggressive nonsurgical therapy after early diagnosis should continue to reduce the role of operation in the treatment of this condition. However, if bleeding continues after initial medical management, or if bleeding continues after 1,500 ml of blood is required, then surgical therapy should be instituted without delay.
journal_name
Am J Surgjournal_title
American journal of surgeryauthors
Hastings PR,Peters KW,Cohn I Jrdoi
10.1016/0002-9610(81)90425-6subject
Has Abstractpub_date
1981-11-01 00:00:00pages
560-2issue
5eissn
0002-9610issn
1879-1883pii
0002-9610(81)90425-6journal_volume
142pub_type
杂志文章abstract:BACKGROUND:Bariatric patients may not always obtain long-term care by their primary surgeon. Our aim was to evaluate weight loss outcomes in patients who had surgery elsewhere. METHODS:We conducted a retrospective analysis. Postreferral management included nonsurgical, revision, or conversion. Primary outcomes were pe...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2015.04.025
更新日期:2016-07-01 00:00:00
abstract::The clinical course of 39 patients on HPN for 5.5 years at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation were reviewed. Rehospitalization and mortality rates were relatively low in this group of patients who had significant disease processes. Rehospitalization and mortality were usually due to the primary underlying disease process...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(83)90174-5
更新日期:1983-01-01 00:00:00
abstract::Sebaceous cell carcinoma of the parotid gland is a rare lesion. A review of the English literature reveals nine previously reported cases. Two cases are presented in which the tumor was originally diagnosed as mucoepidermoid carcinoma. Aggressive treatment of the recurrence, which was subsequently recognized as sebace...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(75)90494-8
更新日期:1975-10-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:We hypothesized that wide-field brachytherapy (BRT) after margin negative excision would result in complication rates, local recurrence rates, and cosmesis scores equivalent to external beam radiotherapy (ERT). METHODS:Patients with T(is,1,2) tumors less than or equal to 4 cm, 0 to 3 positive axillary nodes...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 临床试验,杂志文章
doi:10.1016/s0002-9610(00)00454-2
更新日期:2000-10-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Intestinal failure-associated liver disease (IFALD) can be treated with parenteral fish oil (FO) monotherapy, but practitioners have raised concerns about a potential bleeding risk. This study aims to describe the incidence of clinically significant post-procedural bleeding (CSPPB) in children receiving FO m...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2016.10.026
更新日期:2017-10-01 00:00:00
abstract::The role and effectiveness of intraoperative enteroscopy in the evaluation of gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding of obscure origin is not clearly defined. Our aim was to determine if intraoperative enteroscopy is effective in identifying a source, which would lead to therapy and prevent recurrent gastrointestinal hemorrha...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(92)90259-t
更新日期:1992-01-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:While vascular patency and overall viability of the gut can be evaluated perioperatively, damage to the mucosal barrier can hardly be judged in the perioperative setting and, moreover, will probably determine the clinical course. METHODS:In 19 consecutive cases with intestinal ischemia, the clinical course ...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/s0002-9610(97)00048-2
更新日期:1997-07-01 00:00:00
abstract::Arteriovenous fistulas were performed in 100 patients over a three year period with a 90 per cent overall success rate. Various technics for construction of the fistula using autologous veins are discussed, with emphasis on pre- and intraoperative assessment of vessel condition and its relation to the prevention of im...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(76)90009-x
更新日期:1976-05-01 00:00:00
abstract::Since its inception in 1994, the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) has been used to compare the performance of all Veterans Administration (VA) hospitals offering major surgical procedures. The program's outcome data are used to identify areas of both excellent and poor performance. The data can al...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2004.10.004
更新日期:2004-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::In a 2 year period, 60 consecutive feeding enterostomies were placed in malnourished patients. The major complication rate was 1.6 percent. Total complications were 8 percent. Thirty day mortality was 13 percent. Nearly all patients were given isosmotic nonelemental diets. The incidence of diarrhea was 2 percent with ...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/s0002-9610(85)80102-1
更新日期:1985-03-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Teaching professionalism effectively to fully engaged residents is a significant challenge. A key question is whether the integration of professionalism into residency education leads to a change in resident culture. METHODS:The goal of this study was to assess whether professionalism has taken root in the ...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2011.05.007
更新日期:2012-01-01 00:00:00
abstract::A selected group of men whose eponyms are currently used in biliary tract surgery are described. The eponyms chosen comprise two areas: gross anatomy (Glisson, Wirsung, Santorini, Winslow, Heister, and Vater) and operative anatomy (Kocher, Courvoisier, Morison, Hartmann, Calot, Roux, and Oddi). A brief review of bilia...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 历史文章,杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(79)90290-3
更新日期:1979-12-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:A history of therapeutic irradiation to the neck complicates the management of carotid artery occlusive disease. Serious surgical concerns are raised regarding alternative incisions, difficult dissections, and adequate wound closure. Pathology may be typical atherosclerotic occlusive disease or radiation-ind...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/S0002-9610(96)00150-X
更新日期:1996-08-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Procedural teaching and the ability to detect and correct errors are important components of surgical education. This study evaluates whether review of an instructional video will improve residents' ability to detect errors. We hypothesized that clinical experience and confidence do not correlate with abilit...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2016.08.026
更新日期:2017-06-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Surgical length of stay (LOS) has been correlated with quality of care, with shorter stays implying better care. The relationship between LOS and postdischarge complications (PDCs) has not been evaluated effectively. METHODS:The 2005 to 2007 National Surgical Quality Improvement Program data were queried fo...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2012.04.006
更新日期:2013-01-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:A method of augmenting host defenses against bacterial pathogens could result in a decrease in postoperative infections. Given its effects on leukocyte proliferation and function, it is possible that prophylactic granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (GM-CSF) could reduce the incidence and severit...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 临床试验,杂志文章
doi:10.1016/s0002-9610(96)00106-7
更新日期:1996-09-01 00:00:00
abstract::The insertion of pancreaticobiliary drains at the time of endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography can provide access to the bile or pancreatic duct, decompress an obstructed biliary tree, and allow infusion of solubilizing agents to effect gallstone dissolution. Twenty-six patients underwent 32 attempts at drai...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(83)90384-7
更新日期:1983-08-01 00:00:00
abstract::A 5 year retrospective study of the use of cholangioscopy in 153 difficult biliary cases including stones, strictures, tumors, and anomalies has been reported. In the 88 patients (58 percent) who underwent both operative cholangiography and cholangioscopy, the cholangioscope revealed 11 lesions (13 percent) missed by ...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(84)90048-5
更新日期:1984-01-01 00:00:00
abstract::Studies using a refined substrate, n-acetyl-L-phenylalanyl-L-diiodotyrosine [n-APDT], demonstrate that bile salts inhibit pepsin activity in vitro by a noncompetitive effect on the enzyme. ...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(80)90262-7
更新日期:1980-02-01 00:00:00
abstract::Aspiration of foreign bodies in children can lead to illness and even death if not recognized and treated promptly. Seventy-six patients were referred to our hospital for suspected foreign body aspiration. The following is a retrospective review of their diagnosis and treatment. There was no foreign body found at bron...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(89)90208-0
更新日期:1989-12-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:We previously reported on a pilot trauma multidisciplinary crisis resource course titled S.T.A.R.T.T. (Simulated Trauma and Resuscitative Team Training). Here, we study the course's evolution. METHODS:Satisfaction was evaluated by postcourse survey. Trauma teams were evaluated using the Ottawa global rating...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2015.07.024
更新日期:2016-07-01 00:00:00
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journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/s0002-9610(98)00072-5
更新日期:1998-06-01 00:00:00
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journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2009.10.030
更新日期:2012-11-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:Several recent studies have suggested that Braun enteroenterostomy (BEE) during conventional pancreatoduodenectomy might decrease delayed gastric emptying (DGE). However, the advantages and disadvantages of performing BEE during pylorus-preserving pancreatoduodenectomy (PPPD) remain controversial. METHODS:T...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2014.05.007
更新日期:2015-02-01 00:00:00
abstract::Experience with seven cases of pancreatic abscess is reviewed. All patients were treated with radical pancreatic debridement, large sump drainage with postoperative irrigation, gastrointestinal defunctionalization, antibiotic therapy and nutritional support. One patient died, for a mortality rate of 14 percent. We fee...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(81)90307-x
更新日期:1981-12-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:The extent of tissue loss amenable to primary healing after revascularization is unknown. Salvage of limbs with large soft-tissue defects with exposed tendon, joint, or bone lies beyond the limits of conventional techniques. We report our results using free tissue transfer as an adjunct to lower extremity va...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/s0002-9610(97)00175-x
更新日期:1997-12-01 00:00:00
abstract:BACKGROUND:The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) strain has resulted in restrictions potentially impacting patients presenting with acute appendicitis and their disease burden. METHODS:All acute appendicitis admissions (281 patients) between 1/1/2018-4/30/2020 were reviewed. Two groups were created: 6 weeks before (Group A...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2020.09.026
更新日期:2020-09-28 00:00:00
abstract::We report our experience with 65 patients with congenital duodenal obstruction, 36 with intrinsic and 29 with extrinsic lesions. Seventeen patients had trisomy 21 syndrome. Eight pregnancies were complicated by polyhydramnios. The diagnostic features encountered, the operative procedures used, and the postoperative ma...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(79)90305-2
更新日期:1979-12-01 00:00:00
abstract::In the period from 1976 through 1986, 62 procedures were performed. Of these, 42 were posterior flap hemipelvectomies, 5 anterior flap hemipelvectomies, and 15 internal hemipelvectomies. The median duration of these procedures was 6.5 hours, and the median blood loss was 2,541 ml. Postoperatively, there were no wound ...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/0002-9610(89)90273-0
更新日期:1989-11-01 00:00:00
abstract:PURPOSE:During general surgery (GS) training, residents are expected to accurately interpret radiologic images. Objective evidence evaluating residents' ability to provide accurate interpretation of imaging studies is currently lacking. METHODS:A 30-item web-based test was developed using images from different radiolo...
journal_title:American journal of surgery
pub_type: 杂志文章
doi:10.1016/j.amjsurg.2016.11.029
更新日期:2017-03-01 00:00:00